Zelenskyy briefs Tusk on possible Ukraine-U.S.-Russia talks and U.S. role
Preparations for trilateral technical-level meetings between Ukraine, the United States and Russia were discussed with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk during a phone call, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reported on Oct. 5.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy informed Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk about potential trilateral talks involving Ukraine, the United States, and Russia. According to Zelenskyy, who shared the information on Oct. 5 via Telegram, there are no barriers on the Ukrainian side to these discussions. However, he emphasized the importance of the American side being prepared and ensuring Russia's readiness for the talks.
Zelenskyy also discussed the preparation of Ukraine's power grid for winter and other sensitive matters with Tusk. The leaders agreed to meet in person soon, with Zelenskyy expressing gratitude to Tusk and Poland for their support. He stressed that only a united Europe can stop Russia and prevent the war from spreading further. Zelenskyy previously mentioned in a Sept.
7 interview with Axios that Ukraine intended to revive diplomatic efforts in September and October to end Russia's war against Ukraine. On Sept. 12, Kyrylo Budanov, Ukraine's presidential chief of staff, revealed plans for a trilateral peace meeting in October. Axios published an interview with Zelenskyy on Sept. 23, where he suggested a trilateral meeting could focus on an energy ceasefire and potentially take place in Abu Dhabi.
On Oct. 4, Zelenskyy stated that Kyiv was prepared to participate in a technical-level meeting with Ukraine, the United States, and Russia. He also noted the U.S. side was in contact with both Ukraine and Russia, proposing a trilateral meeting by the end of October. Ukraine is open to the UAE or another country proposed by the American side, which could be offered to the Russian side as well. Zelenskyy is awaiting a response from the parties involved.
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